How To Fix MPE_MIGRATION_MSG021 - Deletion indicator cannot be set for given material

MPE_MIGRATION_MSG021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_MIGRATION_MSG -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Deletion indicator cannot be set for given material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_MIGRATION_MSG021 - Deletion indicator cannot be set for given material ?

  The SAP error message MPE_MIGRATION_MSG021 indicates that the deletion indicator cannot be set for a specific material. This error typically arises during the migration or data maintenance processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with material master data.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that does not allow for deletion. For example, if the material is currently being used in open purchase orders, production orders, or stock, the deletion indicator cannot be set.
  
  
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may have restrictions on setting the deletion indicator. For instance, materials that are marked as "consignment" or "subcontracting" may not allow deletion.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects (like BOMs, routings, or sales orders) that prevent the deletion indicator from being set.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to set the deletion indicator may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this